SSP Reading Intervention

Swartz Creek; Swartz Creek (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Student Support Professional to provide targeted literacy intervention for grades 3-5 during daily blocks. The role supports teachers, reinforces decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension through structured small-group and one-on-one sessions.

You will assist in coordinating assessments, maintaining progress-tracking tools, and reinforcing positive behavior under PBIS. Strong collaboration with staff and reliable attendance are essential to help create a safe,

Qualifications

• Degree OR 60 college credits OR passing ETS Parapro assessment.
• Strong understanding of elementary literacy instruction (training provided).
• Ability to support small groups, manage multiple tasks, and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group and one-on-one literacy interventions and enrichment.
• Support MTSS literacy routines, including decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension practice.
• Assist in developing and organizing literacy materials, intervention lessons, and progress-monitoring tools.
• Help coordinate district and schoolwide assessments, including NWEA and screening tools.
• Use digital systems and spreadsheets to accurately track student reading progress.
• Reinforce PBIS expectations and support students in positive behavior and self-regulation.
• Assist teachers with behavior plans, de-escalation strategies, and student support needs.
• Support schoolwide duties as needed, including recess and lunch supervision.
• Maintain punctual, dependable attendance and collaborate positively with staff.

Skills

Literacy intervention

Small-group instruction

Collaboration

De-escalation strategies

Education

Degree or 60 college credits or ETS Parapro

Tools

Data tracking tools

Digital systems

Job description

Student Support Professional – Literacy Intervention

Job Summary

The SSP provides targeted literacy support for students in grades 3-5 during daily intervention blocks. While teachers focus on high-need instruction, the SSP works with students on reading enrichment, foundational literacy skills, fluency practice, and academic support. The SSP also helps implement behavior plans, uses de-escalation strategies, and promotes positive coping skills to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide small-group and one-on-one literacy interventions and enrichment.
• Support MTSS literacy routines, including decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension practice.
• Assist in developing and organizing literacy materials, intervention lessons, and progress-monitoring tools.
• Help coordinate district and schoolwide assessments, including NWEA and screening tools.
• Use digital systems and spreadsheets to accurately track student reading progress.
• Reinforce PBIS expectations and support students in positive behavior and self-regulation.
• Assist teachers with behavior plans, de-escalation strategies, and student support needs.
• Support schoolwide duties as needed, including recess and lunch supervision.
• Maintain punctual, dependable attendance and collaborate positively with staff.

Hours/Shift

29.75 hours per week

• Mon-Thurs: 9:15 AM-3:45 PM
• Friday: 9:30 AM-3:45 PM ( Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch )

Qualifications

• Degree OR 60 college credits OR passing score on the ETS Parapro Assessment.
• Strong understanding of elementary literacy instruction (training provided).
• Ability to support small groups, manage multiple tasks, and work collaboratively.
• Comfort using digital data tools.

2025/26-111-N